EDITOR: Paul W. Brown

GUESTS: Ron Roberson, brother and guest of Jeff Roberson.

SGT. REPORT: Friday the 13th is usually a lucky day for AMBUCS, but not with Sgt. Brad and Asst. Sgt. Marvin patrolling the room. Jeff R. was fined for walking past his brother. Randy H. paid a membership renewal fee for his return. This editor was fined for stating the obvious. Harley paid for winning the 50/50 pot. Terry B. paid for Dean B. winning the newsletter drawing. Doug was fined for backing his golf cart into a fence at his house. Guy called Brad, Hank from King of the Hill and was fined. Doc, Duke and Jay were fined for having a separate conversation. Steve C. was fined for the sticker on David Roes badge. Fred paid the gone so long fine. The club endured another round of inaccurate website information fines (as long as Tom Hymer isnt paying, he doesnt care). The onslaught ended with fines from Friday the 13th trivia. After all this, the Sgt. still requested that dirt be sent to him!

ANNOUNCEMENTS: 30 members have registered for the Siemens tour on April 26. Please review your e-mail from President Curtis for the details on the preparation for the event.

The Board approved providing pre-printed T-shirts for the 50th Anniversary of the Abbyville Rodeo. Thanks to Doyle Ehling for the opportunity.

PROGRAM: Jim Seitnater, Downtown Development Director for the City of Hutchinson and fellow AMBUC, was our guest speaker. Jim updated us on downtown events including Third Thursday, Kiwanis BBQ contest, Cinco de Mayo and the Outdoor Art Fair. Renovations in the downtown area are occurring with faade work on Main St., the former Autoexec property and the former Renaissance Shop. Look for the new downtown businesses Supplement U, Yarns and WireGuy. The City of Hutchinson is fortunate to have Jim Seitnater working for the community.

50/50 POT WINNER: Doyle Ehling-$25.00.

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Anita Warren was not present. $10.00 next week!

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: What AMBUC member has a hand-written sticker on his name badge?

EDITOR: Paul W. Brown

GUESTS: Colby Davis, guest and son of Ward Davis. Cheryl Goodell, former Hutchinson AMBUC from South Carolina and guest of Brad Thompson. Craig Winegardner and Marcie Kaufman of TECH, guests of the club.

SGT. REPORT: Sgt. Brad Stretch Thompson was in search of dollars not well secured with his Assistant Cheryl I smile and take your money Goodell. President Mitchell was fined since we start at the top when assessing taxes (hes counting down the weeks-7 to be exact!). Steve C. was fined for his 50/50 pot win the week before. Tom Hymer was fined for not even reading his previous newsletter. All the K-Staters were fined for their team not showing up on Monday night in the NCAA championship game, then the Shocker few were fined for NEVER showing up. Harley M. was fined for telling the Sgt. that he would buy him breakfast in the morning. Bob B. was fined for being late and for being awesome to TECH (hardly seems fair, but this IS AMBUCS). Tom H. was fined again for not updating the club website even though he is retired and has nothing else to do. Fred Conner was charged a membership renewal fee after his return from the desert (he will probably get even by winning the 50/50 pot). Chuck was assessed a welcome back tax. Bankers, John K. and Pat F. were fined for being open on a religious holiday. Doug F. was fined for golfin and not workin. Jeff R. was fined for having only his name on the website. Jay P. was fined for Ed Jones ad. Steve C. was fined after being outed by Colby.

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

BOARD MEETING-April 13, 2012, 6:15 A.M., Hutchinson Town Club: All Officers and Directors are to be present. Remember being late has a price.

SIEMENS TOUR: April 26, 2012, 10:00-11:30 A.M. Only a few more slots are available. You must wear long pants and flat, closed top shoes. Safety equipment will be provided by Siemens.

PROGRAM: Darren Wicks introduced Marcie Kaufman of TECH as follows: Spring is here, think of beer; which of course is about Main Street Hops for TECH on May 4, 2012. At meeting time, only 50 tickets are left for the event at a cost of $40.00 each. This annual event raises over $25,000.00 for TECH. Changes in available funding sources have made this event even more critical than in past years. Some clients who have received services for over 20 years from TECH, no longer qualify under funding guidelines for these sources, but TECH still provides the services as before. Locally, TECH has a waiting list of 100 people for their services. TECH staff members work with us at the AMBUCS Ice Cream Booth each year; and the Hutchinson AMBUCS are proud to be a supporter of TECH. (Tickets for the Brewmasters Dinner on May 3, 2012 are also available at $100.00 each. Enjoy beef tenderloin, chocolate pecan torte and samplings of New Belgium beers at this exclusive event! Proceeds benefit TECH).

50/50 POT WINNER: Harley Macklin-$25.00.

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Dean Brigman won with the answer of Finland.

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: Main Street Hops is held on what day?

Editor: Paul W. Brown

Guests: Rich Shelton, guest of Brad Thompson. Warren Wallis, President of the Air Capital AMBUCS chapter. Frank Chappelle, Past President of the Air Capital chapter.

Sgt. Report: Big Hat Sgt. Brad Thompson and Big Hat Deputy Stan MacGirvin started the revenue collections by fining Big Hatters sans Big Hats, namely: Jeff Brewer, Tony Power, Steve Conard and Doc Powers. Curtis M. was fined for being the club leader and NOT being a Big Hatter. Tom Hymer was going to be fined for not keeping the website current, but he blamed Curtis M. Larry S. was fined for false information on the website. Terry B. was fined for trying to get by with the ball cap Big Hat. Then we all got fined for failing at Totally Useless Trivia. Here is an example: What country banned Donald Duck because he wore no pants? Answer: Finland.

Announcements: Duke Wiggins was in charge of the Big Hat meeting. This is an announcement because we had to remind Duke that he WAS in charge.

Also, Curtis M. needed assistance with filling the T-shirt orders to be completed after the NJCAA tournament. Thank you to the members assisting.

Program: Frank Chappelle, Past President of the Air Capital AMBUCS, shared his experiences in obtaining grants for AMTRYKES. Foundations were not interested in donating for brick & mortar or for salaries or operating costs, but would donate for AMTRYKES. Frank recommended utilizing fellow AMBUC, Bob Richards, to write the grant requests. Another suggestion was to present the AMTRYKE to the recipient at the place of business of the grantor. It is important to build relationships with businesses that you wish to approach about donations.

50/50 Pot Winner: Steve Conard-$26.00.

Newsletter Drawing: Tom Hymer-NOPE!

Newsletter Question: What country banned Donald Duck?

2012 NATIONAL CONVENTION-OKLAHOMA CITY, OK: JULY 20-23, 2012!

If you have never attended an AMBUCS National Convention, this is a prime opportunity! No flight required and a mere 3-hour drive!

EDITOR: Paul W. Brown

GUESTS: Paige Kautzer, WSU therapy student, a guest of Jay Pitzer. Colby Davis, son and guest of Dad, Ward Davis.

SGT. REPORT: Sgt. Dennis Reiser and his little buddy, Jeffrey Brewer, collected ill-gotten gains from the membership. Doyle was fined for a short program. Jay got the Edward Jones fine for Dane being gone (and his guest beat him to the meeting). Harley was taxed for his 50/50 winnings. Guy, Anita, Duke, Pat, Larry and Bob B. were fined for being anti-social at a remote table. Tony was also anti-social, but is being listed separately since, for the first time in recent memory, he paid with a REAL greenback. Dean paid for eating before the Sgt. two weeks ago. Larry paid for his cellphone ringing during the meeting (the norm). Duke paid his annual fee for upside-down transfers on T-shirts. Pat paid for snubbing his fellow AMBUCS at the Sports Arena. Everyone paid who did not sign up for extra slots at the T-shirt booth. Dean Brigman bought a fine celebrating Coach Rob Edmissons NAIA National Championship!

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Our next meeting on March 30, 2012 is a Big Hatters Breakfast. All Big Hatters need to be present with their hat on their head and arrive on time. (If YOU want to be a Big Hatter, bring in three new members within 12 months and you will be!)

PROGRAM: Our fellow AMBUC, Doyle Ehling, filled in as our program on a last-minute notice. Doyle has been with Elliott Mortuary for 37 years and shared his experiences with the business. Elliotts has its own crematorium as demand has risen for this type of service; including 500 cremations in the last year. The crematorium uses natural gas and burns at 1600 degrees. Doyle recommends pre-arranged funerals to ease the process for your loved ones. The type of service, burial plot and casket or cremation are up to you. Doyle did relate a story about a Cuban Tree Frog that hitched a ride from an exotic plant to the funeral home. Thanks to Doyle for being a long-time member and valued AMBUC.

50/50 WINNER: Tom Hymer-$20.00.

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Rick Mitchell-not present.

NEWSLETTER QUESTION: What kind of frog did Doyle find at the funeral home?

NEXT WEEKS PROGRAM, MARCH 30, 2012: Frank Chappelle of the Air Capital AMBUCS chapter will speak about a substantial grant their chapter obtained for the purchase of AMTRYKES. (It is a BIG HAT BREAKFAST, DO NOT be late!)

GUESTS Gerald Thompson, Brad Thompsons brother. Craig Williams, Principal – Prairie Hills Middle School and Director of the Family Childrens Theatre a guest of Scott Potucek and our speaker.

FINES Dennis Reiser and Brad Thompson were our Sgts. Those fined for being late were Ward Davis (again) Paul Brown and new member David Roe. John Knipp fined for no badge since he took the express lane for coffee. Curtis Mitchell plus all the other board members fined for having a second board meeting since they couldnt get all the business done with just one. I got lucky. Don Grossardt would have been fined, but since he had left, Don Rogers was fined for having the same first name. Tom Hymer was fined for wining the 50/50 pot even though he was nice enough to donate it to Avenue A School. Tim Davies, Ron Quick and Vern Powers (what did he say) fined for being at the only table not fined. All the members present that had NOT signed up to work the Tournament were fined. Ill be nice and not name names here since they hopefully did sign up to work. The Sgts continued their torture with useless Trivia and the ultimate, a pin check.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Curtis Mitchell announced that following their second board meeting to discuss Crowdfunding ideas that the board recommends that we hire member Preston Clark to implement a Peer-to-Peer Crowd Funding technique using the FirstGiving website as a second avenue of fundraising for our ice cream booth building replacement project. The vote passed unanimously.

The NJCAA Tournament is underway! Dont forget to work your scheduled shifts!

Jim Jacobs announced that his wife Kristen had recently received a kidney transplant and that the surgery went well and she is recovering. We wish her success!

There will be a tour of Siemens plant, limited to 30 people, on April 26th. If you are interested in attending, send an e-mail to Craig Johnson at cjohn49@hotmail.com with your name and employers name.

PROGRAM Mark Treaster introduced Craig Williams since Scott Potucek was unable to be here. Craigs day job is Principal of Prairie Hills Middle School for the past 32 years. But Craigs second passion besides teaching students and overseeing school operations is Director of the Family Childrens Theatre. Craig has been involved with the Theatre since its inception as an actor in their very first production. The Theatre was started 23 years ago by Patrick McCreary in 1988. Their next show is The Robe, April 19-22, about the Centurion soldier who wins Christs robe in a lottery and his life afterwards. The last production of their 23rd season will be Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, June 7-10. The story is about a backwoods man, his new bride, and her quest to marry off his 6 ill-behaved brothers. They offer four showings of each show with three nightly and one Sunday afternoon. This year the theatre operated with 550 volunteers and a budget of $92,000. Seven of their shows are held in their theatre, which is the former Flag Theater built in 1936, with their major musical show performed at Memorial Hall. This July they will be changing their name to the Family Community Theatre. You can find a listing of their upcoming 24th Season of 8 shows on their website familychildrenstheatre.com.

50/50 DRAWING Harley Macklin won $20.

NEWSLETTER DRAWING Fred Conner was not here sowe dont know if he knew that the wait time for an AmTryke on the National wish list is three months to one year.

QUESTION OF THE WEEK To date, how many AmTrykes have been distributed around the world?

Steve Conard, Editor

GUESTS Virginia Cumley, Retired, found our website and wanted to see what we were all about. Elizabeth Rediger, Principal, Heidi Harris, Grade 6 Teacher, and Melissa Thomas Grade 4 Teacher all with Avenue A. School presenting our program and guests of Reta Joy Campbell.

FINES Dennis Reiser and Jeff Brewer were our Sgts. Ward Davis was fined for being late, again. Darren Wicks was fined for having no program last week, while on vacation, and fined again for parking illegally this morning. Larry Sloan fined for an inappropriate cell phone call during last weeks meeting. Jim Seitnater was fined for either being really late last week, arriving at almost 8:00, or for being really early this week. Paul Brown was fined for not being energy conscious by leaving his porch light on all day. Hopefully he is more cost conscious at work. Duke Wiggins paid a winners tax for winning last weeks 50/50 pot. Bob Bush fined for not being here last week to win the newsletter drawing, which he would not have won anyway since he didnt know the answer. The Sgts ended by playing table trivia with absolutely useless trivia questions. We do actually learn some absolutely useless knowledge playing. Duke Wiggins paid a dollar to find out if Ward Davis was just cruising the neighborhood last week looking for houses on fire that he could tear down for the city. Ward said that he is actually on a list of contractors that the city rotates through when they need a contractor.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Next Friday at 6:30AM, a continuation of last weeks Board Meeting to discuss CrowdFunding ideas. NJCAA T-Shirt concession sign-up is underway. Have you checked your schedule and signed up to work several shifts?

PROGRAM Reta Joy Campbell introduced Elizabeth Beth Redinger, Principal of Avenue A School. Beth with help from Heidi Harris, Grade 6, told us about a new program developed for her students for the 2012-2013 school year entitled For the Love of Reading. Heidi explained that reading is the great equalizer for students. The Avenue A team will assist each child in building their own bookcase and filling it full of literature to keep for their own. Beth also showed a video of their students reciting the school pledge, singing a song What Am I and performing a school cheer. Currently Avenue A school has 176 students grades K-6. Due to budget cuts, community groups, businesses and individuals are being asked to partner with them by making cash donations to make the new program become a reality. Rita passed a basket following the program and members made individual donations to the project. Tyson Foods, where Reta is employed, is a business partner with Avenue A School.

50/50 DRAWING Tom Hymer won $23 and donated it to Avenue A School. Way-to-go Tom!!

NEWSLETTER DRAWING Big Hat member Preston Clark was here but didnt know the answer that Duane Nietling is our National Big Hat President and he lives in Dodge City.

QUESTION OF THE WEEK What is the wait time for AmTryke National wish list requests? Its up to a $25 pot.

NEXT MEETING Its still in the works!

Steve Conard, Editor

GUESTS Lyddia Getaweru, Administrator of Good Samaritan Society Dodge City, a returning guest of Brenda Janda. Trent Maxwell, Building Official with the City of Hutchinson, our program and a guest of Jeff Roberson. David Roe, Corporate Sales Manager with Ramada Hotel & Conference Center, a returning guest of Curtis Mitchell.

FINES Dennis Resier with help from Stan Macgirvin were our Sergeants-at-Arms this morning. Paul Brown and Ward Davis were fined for arriving late. Ward was given the option of a $1 fine or $5 for the month. I think he went with the weekly amount. Dean Brigman was fined for not attending the State of the City address as a councilman who should have been there. But I hear his vacation away was very nice. Randall Haltom fined, but I missed why. Curtis Mitchell paid to announce that his last day with Hutchinson Regional Medical Center will be March 23rd and he will be going to work for Mark Borecky Construction as the new Commercial Project Manager. Jerry Regier paid to thank his committee for the outstanding job last week with the State of the City address. He also held an impromptu vote and with overwhelming support our club will host it again next year. Scott Potucek also paid to give special recognition to Jerry Regier and his committee for a job well done!

ANNOUNCEMENTS Welcome David Roe as our newest member of the club as he was sworn in this morning. A sign-up sheet was passed around for the NJCAA Basketball Tournament t-shirt concession work shifts. Check your calendars to see when you will be available to work our second largest fundraiser of the year. The District is looking at our club to supply an Ambility Chairperson and also a District Governor. Contact Curtis Mitchell if you would like to do this or want more information about it.

PROGRAM Jeff Roberson introduced Trent Maxwell, Building Official with the City of Hutchinson. Trent has been with the city for 5 years but has only held this position for 6 months. He is responsible for inspection and code enforcement. Part of which is the Property Maintenance Code, adopted last year, for properties that need repairs or painting. In conjunction with this new code is the Brush Up Hutch program where monetary assistance is available for those who need help to purchase paint to spruce up the exterior of their property. Fourteen structures, both residential and commercial, are scheduled for demolition in 2012 as part of the cities ongoing cleanup effort. There are many downtown building development and restoration projects underway. Several with loft apartments over retail businesses. Many large building projects are in progress such as the new Kohls store, The Arbors assisted living north of the hospital, Midway Motors is planning a facelift both inside and out, Grace Bible Church expansion and the new Fairfield Inn. Trent mentioned that a new 2006 State Fire Code was adopted by the State of Kansas almost without anyone knowing it went through. The city is currently operating under the 2003 code and hopes to get the new code adopted in the next few years. The city is currently in the process of hiring a new building inspector to fill Trents vacated position.

50/50 DRAWING Duke Wiggins won $20.

NEWSLETTER DRAWING Bob Bush was not here to see if he knew the answer that Rick Kerr of Lawton, Oklahoma was our National AMBUCS President.

QUESTION OF THE WEEK Who is our current National Big Hat President and where does he live?

NEXT MEETING Elizabeth Redinger, Principal of Avenue A School, will be our guest speaker.

Steve Conard, Editor

GUESTS Listed alphabetically are the invited guests that attended our State of the City address:

Dr. Ed Berger, President, Hutchinson Community College

John Deardoff, City Manager, City of Hutchinson

Dan Deming, Commissioner, Reno County

Lyddia Getaweru, Good Samaritan Society Dodge City

Glen Grunwald, Sports & Account Representative, KWBW Radio and Hutchpost.com

Kristen Jacobs, wife of member Jim Jacobs

Dr. Shelly Kiblinger, Superintendent, Hutchinson Public Schools USD 308

Tyler Lawrence, Executive Director, Dillon Living Center

Jessica Lucas, Chairperson, Young Professionals of Reno County

Regan Marshall, Kroger Accounting Services

Gary Meagher, County Administrator, Reno County

Sandra Milburn, Photo Editor, The Hutchinson News

Kevin Miller, President/CEO, Hutchinson Regional Medical Center

John Montgomery, Editor and Publisher, The Hutchinson News

Vavzim Piune, Human Resources Manager, Eaton Corporation

Cindy Proett, Councilwoman, City of Hutchinson

Jan Pruitt, Commercial Account Manager, Kansas Farm Service Association

David Razo, Vice Mayor, City of Hutchinson

Janet Regier, wife of member Jerry Regier

Jackie Rice, Director, Kansas Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Reno County

Evan Rothwell, Media Department, Hutchinson Community College

Ron Sellers, Mayor, City of Hutchinson

Ken Stephens, City Hall Reporter, The Hutchinson News

Amanda Stone, Media Department, Hutchinson Community College

PROGRAM Curtis Mitchell called the meeting to order followed by a prayer and flag salute. Following breakfast, introductions of guests by member and City Councilman Bob Bush. A new 7 minute video about AMBUCS was shown. Mayor Ron Sellers introduced the city council members. City Manager John Deardoff presented the State of the City address. John has been City Manager for the past 7 years. The city operates 24/7 365 days a year and has 400 employees with 20 operating boards. Probably Johns greatest inheritance upon his arrival was the 2001 expansion of the Salt City Industrial Park to the South. With the arrival of Siemens to the park if you go out there today the lights are on and there is definitely someone home there now. Deardoff said that we should start thinking where the next industrial park will be so that we are ready when opportunities arise. John said, youll have to keep it a secret but Kohls may be coming to Hutchinson. Many other topics and accomplishments were discussed. You can read more about the meeting and even watch a video of the entire meeting at hutchnews.com entitled Injecting some life. Special thanks and hats off to Jerry Regier and members of his committee for putting together possibly the first ever State of the City address. It was a great idea for AMBUCS visibility month and for visibility of our club working in the community. Hopefully we can make it an annual club event. It was Great!!

QUESTION OF THE WEEK Who is AMBUCS National President and in what city does he live?

NEXT MEETING Good question!

Steve Conard, Editor

GUESTS Shawn Wyatt a Financial Advisor with Amerprise Financial Services a guest of Eric Steinle. Jeremy Hopp, Pawnee District Executive, Quivira Council – Boy Scouts of America, a guest of Darren Wicks and our speaker.

FINES Bob Bush and Curtis Mitchell were our Sergeants this morning. Eric Steinle was on time but his guest, Jeremy Hopp, was late (but he had to drive from Wichita). Terry Brigman paid for winning last weeks 50/50. Ward Davis, Curtis Mitchell, Brad Thompson, Jay Pitzer, Darren Wicks, Reta Joy Campbell, were fined for either not wearing their AMBUC pin or saying Hi to Bob Bush (I missed the details) at the Chamber Annual Meeting. Rick Mitchell was fined twice for not attending the Chamber Annual Meeting as outgoing President and for selecting such an outstanding speaker for the event. Craig Johnson was fined because Bob Bushes sons saxophone case doesnt appear to be holding up to the riggers of school days. John Knipp and Pat Fallon were fined for being off work for Presidents Day.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Jerry Regier needs an exact head count for those attending the State of the City meeting we are hosting next week. If you have not signed up or responded by e-mail be sure to do so that we have an accurate count for breakfast next Friday.

A big thank you to the 20 AMBUCS who worked the Casino Fund raiser at the Cosmosphere for the purchase of the psychiatric service therapy dog.

A big thank you to several members who worked the Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting booth that was donated to us last weekend. Another opportunity for our club during visibility month.

Darren Wicks asked the club to approve $1,000-2,000 for a local grant writer to write grant requests for our new building project for our ice cream booth at the Kansas State Fair. Approved unanimously.

John Knipp paid to announce his parents were celebrating their wedding anniversary of 72 years.

Jeff Brewer paid to announce he was a Grandpa again, Braxton Patrick Caley 7# 9oz. and 19 long.

There will be a special AMBUCS tour of the Siemens plant for 30 individuals. Watch for the date and a sign-up sheet in March.

PROGRAM Darren Wicks introduced Jeremy Hopp, Pawnee District Executive for Quivira Council Boy Scouts of America. Quivira Council serves over 13,000 youth and 5,000 adult volunteers in 30 central and south central Kansas counties. The council is divided into 6 geographic districts. Hutchinson is in the Pawnee district and Kanza, High Plains, White Buffalo, Osage Nation and South Winds complete the Quivira Council. Recently Quivira Council surveyed current and former adult leaders and parents and asked them to provide feedback on the impact Scouting has on youth, families and their communities. Overwhelmingly the responses show that scouting has helped youth learn leadership skills, grow in self-esteem, self confidence and learn important life skills. Scouting is effective in preparing youth to be responsible adults. Jeremy concluded by asking those who believe in scouting to share with friends and business partners to make a difference and contribute financially and by giving time towards scouting activities.

50/50 DRAWING Doyle Ehling won $22.00 and donated it to the Boy Scouts. We know he would have wanted it that way.

NEWSLETTER DRAWING Scott Potucek didnt know there were 54 counties served by St. Francis Family Services. We wont have a question for next week to allow more time for the special meeting.

NEXT MEETING State of the City special meeting with invited dignitaries and other guests.

Steve Conard, Editor

MEETING: Friday February 10, 2012 EDITOR: Tom Hymer

WELCOME GUESTS: John Young of St. Francis Community Services was a guest and program presenter today. .

SERGEANTS: Bob Bush and his toilet handler Rick Mitchell identified late arrivals Randall Haltom and Ron Quick. Dean Brigman, Paul Brown, Jim Seitnater, Dennis Bockenstedt were the subjects of several articles in the Hutchinson News but they failed to say anything about Ambucs, tsk tsk. Duke Wiggins and Darren Wicks were fined but other people paid their fines, what is the world coming to? The Dead Butt Society attempted a revival but ended up paying for it, members Larry Sloan, Jerry Regier, Stan Macgirvin, and Chuck Peterson felt the joy of having a cause. There was something said about a chili-cook-off and more money was collected from City of Hutchinson employees. In a rare turn-about Sergeant Bush actually paid Craig Johnson for repairing his sons saxophone in 48 hours, this should go down in history. Speaking of history, the sergeants shamelessly borrowed Potuceks This Day in History to raise some more money. When they completed their fining spree, everyone was satisfied.

PAID ANNOUNCEMENT: Anita Warren announced that she had another birthday after her 55TH, a clever way of saying it.

PAID ANNOUNCEMENT: Doc Powers talked about the end war.

JERRY REGIER reminded the membership about the upcoming Inaugural State of City address on the Meeting of February 24TH. He noted that there are 36 guests invited to this event and that Ambucs are needed to escort the guests as they arrive for this event. Be ready to sign up at the next meeting this Friday.

PRESIDENT CURTIS MITCHELL offered a progress report about the possibility of a new building for the Ice Cream Parlor. A number of factors are in play including submitting grants for financial support, features that could be considered in a new building, and working with the State Fair Managers.

DISTRICT DIRECTOR VICKI TANGEMAN announced that Ambucs National Convention will be held in Oklahoma City July 11-14. Also Ms. Tangeman added that, the Ambucs Amtryke Demo Trailer is mostly available upon request, and a dinner in Salina featuring the national president.

CRAIG JOHNSON announced that a private tour of the Siemens facility will be conducted on April 26TH 10:00 11:30.

PROGRAM: Darren Wicks introduced John Young, Resource Director of St. Francis Family Services. Mr. Young talked about St. Francis family services that cover 54 counties in Kansas with three objectives: 1. Family preservation with consultation classes. 2. Reintegration of children through foster care. 3. Support of foster care parents. The need for foster care parents is greater than the availability. People interested in becoming foster parents must take training classes and have adequate accommodations in the home. Mr. Young placed great emphasis on the positive outcomes and benefits for the kids in the program making a positive impact in their lives.

50/50 DRAWING: Terry Brigman won the 50/50 pot of $26.

NEWSLETTER DRAWING: Brenda Jandas name was drawn and she had the right answer for an undetermined amount of money. For $5, how many counties in Kansas are served by St. Francis?